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That's why I guess Libertarians are considered persona non grata in the political world. They think things magically fix themselves. Now be a good Libertarian and write freedom, post a quote by Jefferson and then a rant about how you hate fascists. That will show us.

I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a reality. - MLK

Re: Dr. Carson: Obamacare The Worst Thing That Has Happened Since Slavery

Originally Posted by Anthony60

And talk about dodging the question! Most of this thread is people on the left attacking the good doctor rather than debating his thoughts on Obamacare. It is pretty comical, trying to convince us how he is "not qualified" to argue against Obamacare or talk about slavery. Like it is a really high bar, unattainable by Dr. Carson.

We've been over his thoughts on Obamacare. Even mentioning it in the same breath as the word "slavery" is moronic.

Originally Posted by Anthony60

But, non brain surgeons like Obama, Pelosi, and Reid are qualified to dump this crap on us. "You have to pass it to find out what's in it!" Could be to dumbest thing ever said by a short lived Speaker of the House. God, do you liberals ever listen to yourselves???

It certainly sounds pretty dumb when you take what Pelosi said completely out of context ... like you just did.

Re: Dr. Carson: Obamacare The Worst Thing That Has Happened Since Slavery

Originally Posted by Cardinal

To use Don Sutherland's term, Dr. Carson is "historically illiterate," which he also explained suitably. Dr. Carson's lack of degree in history or any sociological arena combined with his hysterical hyperbole supports this. Dr. Carson's facile point of view and utter lack of insight in history despite his background in neurosurgery is akin to Michael Jordan's demonstration of baseball despite his background in basketball. Expertise in one is not a free ticket to expertise in another.

Poor analogy, eh? What is it with you guys attacking not his opinions, but the very fact that he dares to comment? I suppose you will now cease to comment on slavery, politics, etc... Everything that you are not considered to be experts on.
And what are you talking about with Jordan? His demonstration of baseball. Though he was a crummy professional, he would probably be considered an expert since he would probably be in the top 5% of all the people in the country at playing baseball.

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That's why I guess Libertarians are considered persona non grata in the political world. They think things magically fix themselves. Now be a good Libertarian and write freedom, post a quote by Jefferson and then a rant about how you hate fascists. That will show us.

Is this supposed to be an argument for Keynesian economics and welfare programs? Do you think Keynesian economics was ever actually practiced? Do you think that welfare actually resolves problems?

Re: Dr. Carson: Obamacare The Worst Thing That Has Happened Since Slavery

Originally Posted by Kobie

Using a very odd definition of slavery, apparently.

He's a Libertarian. What did you expect? In his mind, he's being held in chains, whipped in the hot sun, told to work for 17 hours a day, sold like cattle and his family has been sold off to the highest bidder. That's how serious people who make such claims are. They really think ACA actually amounts to physical suffering as well as social and cultural destruction.

I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a reality. - MLK